5. Will the FCC still accept and grant a waiver request for extensions after
the January 1, 2013 Narrowbanding deadline?

The FCC has not set a date after which waiver requests will not be accepted. However, later filed waivers will be highly scrutinized by the
FCC since licensees have been aware of the deadline for many years. If an extension is granted, licensees should expect their waivers to be
valid for shorter periods and plan accordingly.

6. How will the FCC know if my system is narrowband compliant after the
January 1, 2013 deadline?

According to an August 22, 2012 Advisory from the FCC, "[Its] Enforcement Bureau is committed to aggressively enforcing the narrowbanding
transition deadline." The FCC plans to audit its database after the start of the year to identify license holders who haven’t narrowbanded.
Other licensees may also report illegally operating wideband.

7. Do I need to let the FCC know that I am operating narrowband equivalent
technology on 25 kHz channels after the January 1, 2013 deadline?

If your license reflects the correct emission designator, the FCC will assume you are operating within required specifications. However, the
FCC reserves the right to confirm this item and to change future policy if a licensee holds authorization for a wider bandwidth in addition
to the narrowband designator.

8. How can I determine if I have a valid FCC license?

9. I currently have a license for a 25 kHz channel. Will I automatically be
entitled to license two 12.5 kHz channels after I narrowband?

No. Your 25 kHz channel will not be split into two 12.5 KHz channels, although you can apply for additional 12.5 kHz channels through a
certified frequency coordinator.

10. Will I lose coverage area when I narrowband?

Every system is different and users may experience a loss in signal strength. For a better estimate of how narrowbanding will affect your
communications, consult with an
Authorized Icom Dealer or Icom Representative in your area.

11. Will I end up with more spectrum after I narrowband?

Noncompliant systems will most likely experience interference from both primary co-channel and neighboring channel narrowband systems.

13. After I convert my radio system and licenses to 12.5 kHz narrowband use,
do I keep the 25 kHz spectrum I was once authorized to use?

No. After you update your system to narrowband efficiency, you will still be licensed on your current frequency. The amount of authorized spectrum will be reduced.

14. How should I dispose of wideband equipment?

Surplus property entities may assist with the disposal and sale of wideband-only equipment. Check with your agency or other departments
for other courses of action. Be sure to remove all frequency and channel elements before disposal.